Hiking the Grand Canyon: A Detailed Guide to More Than 100 Trails

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Perfect for first-time visitors, day hikers, and seasoned canyoneers alike, expert hiker John Annerinos Hiking the Grand Canyon is one of the most user-friendly and comprehensive guides to Americas premier natural wonder and UNESCO World heritage Site.
Fold-out map of Grand Canyon Trails
Color photographs and historical black and white photos
Vignettes of the Canyons Native Peoples, explorers, and trail blazers
Environment, geology, life zones, natural history, and sacred landmarks
Preparation, training, clothing, gear, food, maps, hazards, and precautions
Camping, lodging, guided trips, permits, and resources
Featuring detailed, authoritative descriptions of more than one hundred of the Canyons best trails, from easier day hikes perfect for beginners to more rigorous, rim-to-river and cross-canyon treks.

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The Grand Canyon Explored: 'Wherever you go in the Grand Canyon, you're likely to be treading in the footsteps of John Annerino. There's no one better to tap for insights on Grand Canyon lore, history and geography. . . Here, canyon master John Annerino unveils the greatest tales of Grand Canyon history.' " -National Geographic Adventure
The Grand Canyon Explored: 'Wherever you go in the Grand Canyon, you're likely to be treading in the footsteps of John Annerino. There's no one better to tap for insights on Grand Canyon lore, history and geography. . . Here, canyon master John Annerino unveils the greatest tales of Grand Canyon history.' " -National Geographic Adventure

Author Bio

John Annerino is an author and photographer who has been working in the American West and the frontier of Old Mxico for close to three decades, documenting its natural beauty, indigenous people, and political upheaval. A veteran contract photographer, his photography is archived in the Time Life Picture Collection and has appeared in scores of prestigious publications worldwide, including Time, LIFE, People, Newsweek, Scientific American, Travel & Leisure, The New York Times, and National Geographic Adventure. Annerino lives in the Southwest.